Dinner with Jane Austen: Menus Inspired by Her Novels and Letters

Take a seat at the Regency dining table and enjoy food enjoyed by Jane Austen's fictional characters, written by Sunday Times bestseller Pen Vogler. The recipes are based on authentic recipes from the Regency era and have been updated for modern-day cooks. Menus include Mrs. Bennet's Dinner to Impress, An Old-fashioned Supper for Mr. Woodhouse and his Guests, and Christmas with the Musgroves. The book also includes lighter fare such as Fresh Pea Soup, Baked Sole, and Everlasting Syllabub. The original recipes are given alongside, so you can compare them and appreciate modern time-savers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 64 pages
Publication date: 05 September 2023
Publisher: Ryland, Peters & Small Ltd

Take a seat at the Regency dining table and indulge in the culinary delights that were enjoyed by the beloved fictional characters created by the acclaimed Sunday Times bestseller Pen Vogler.

Inspired by the timeless novels and letters of Jane Austen, this collection of recipes takes you on a journey back to the enchanting Regency era. Each recipe has been meticulously updated for modern-day cooks, drawing inspiration from the author's original book, "Dinner with Mr. Darcy." With a renewed emphasis on the dinner parties that graced the pages of Austen's renowned novels, this collection offers a delectable array of menus.

From the elegant Mrs. Bennet's Dinner to Impress (featured in Pride & Prejudice) to the nostalgic An Old-fashioned Supper for Mr. Woodhouse and his Guests (from Emma), and even the festive Christmas with the Musgroves (from Persuasion), this book showcases a range of culinary experiences.

But that's not all! The book also features menus for lighter fare, such as Fresh Pea Soup, Baked Sole, and Everlasting Syllabub, perfect for a leisurely lunch or a delightful starter. And for those with a taste for indulgence, there's the sumptuous Roast Leg of Mutton Stuffed with Oysters, followed by the buttery Buttered Apple Tart.

To enhance your culinary journey, the original recipes are provided alongside the modern adaptations, allowing you to compare and appreciate the time-saving innovations that have been incorporated into these timeless dishes.

So, gather your friends, family, or fellow Austen enthusiasts, and immerse yourself in the world of Regency cuisine. Let these delicious recipes transport you back to the era of elegance and charm, where every meal was a celebration of life, love, and friendship. Bon appétit!

Weight: 202g
Dimension: 186 x 123 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800652644